...Praise BREAK!

Just because it's Tuesday! ...AND because I LOVE God & He loves me AND YOU!

ENJOY & Feel free to enter IN!

Kim Walker. How He Loves Us.
[P.S. It gets REAL at the 6:34 mark!]

Brian & Jenn Johnson. Where You Go..I'll Go.

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...What Up?! What Up Doe?!!

Hey Young World! So I know it's been a few days & MY do I have some news for you guys! Okay, nothing TOO juicy..But my weekend was nothing short of amazing! :) So, over the weekend, I went to see the movie "CornerStore"! In short, the film is about one eventful day that takes place at a convenience store in Detroit, MI! Due to the fact that the movie was written & produced by Detroit Natives AND filmed in Detroit it was a MUST that I supported my Hometown!

The movie DEFinitely repped for Detroit in a GREAT way in just about EVERY scene! Rather it was a T-Shirt, a phrase, or even the incidental music! It was SO funny/cool to see an actor on a movie screen say, “What Up Doe!” Hha..Good times! The end of the movie was kind of surprising, but for me it reminded me of the good old days that my Grandparents & Parents spoke of in regards to how things were handled back in the day! There was always OTHER ways to negotiate & come to a peaceful solution without having to ALWAYS resort to violence! VERY funny movie & A MUST see..You can catch it at the AMC Star Southfield or AMC John R!

In other news, Congrats to Mr. & Mrs. Carter! [I'm STILL loving this whole name change situation], Happy Belated Birthday Michael Jackson, AND please continue to pray for everyone all OVER the world that has had to experience ANY kind of natural disaster & Honestly, let's ALL just continue to pray for EVERYBODY in the world in general! As my Mom would say, "This thing is real!" Be blessed EVERYone & I wish you all a prosperous & productive week! LIFE! :) ...And speaking of Mrs. Carter! Check her out when she was 16 & Make sure ya'll do what she says na! [Grandma Voice] :p

♪ Baby Girl..Better Known As Aaliyah! ♪


♪ ...Boy, I gotta watch MY back...Cause I'm NOT just ANYbody! ♪

Aaliyah Dana Haughton. January 16, 1979 – August 25, 2001.

Good Morning Guys & Gals! Can you guys believe it's been 10 years since Aaliyah's untimely death?! Do you guys realize that she passed at the young age of 22?! :( Crazy & disheartening right?! That's why it is SO important to thank GOD for allowing you to STILL be here & to live your life to the fullest at ALL times! Agreed? Okay, GREAT! Also, make sure you tune into BET tonight at 8pm for their special television broadcast honoring Aaliyah!

Rest In Peace, Aaliyah! Gone, but NEVER Forgotten!

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...JAM OF THE WEEK

Florence + The Machine. "Dogs Days Are OVER" is MY JAM OF THE WEEK! I know you've all probably heard this song while out shopping...BUT I recently decided to actually LISTEN to the lyrics of the song! Even though the video might have an unusual/dark look to it...The song is REALLY positive & uplifting! In short, my personal interpretation of the song is that we are ALL bound to run into "Dog Days" (Bad Days/Periods of Life)..BUT it's up to you to persevere & FORWARD MARCH through ANY situation! You guys might have a different interpretation, but either way, the song is pretty groovy! Wouldn't you agree?! If not, smile, be happy, and JAM anyway! :p

"Happiness, hit her like a train on a track...The Dog Days ARE OVERRRrrrrrrr!" :)

...Think FAST!

What are the FIRST Three Words You SEE/FIND?!



According to Physiology, the FIRST three words you see describe YOU!

Mines were: Love, Broken, AND -----! [Yikes! :x Let US Pray! LOl!]

What were YOURS?!

...Talk To Em' Weezy!

A few weeks ago I posted about Lil' Wayne's "How To Love" being the JAM OF THE WEEK! Well here is the official music video & I must say I'm impressed! The video covers several real life issues & Has a GREAT story line!


UPDATE: It seems as though Weezy has released a song dissing Jay-Z called "It's Good"! I can't! Please Weezy, let's ALL just get along! You can't be making thought provoking music & then start being a troublemaker! :( Besides, you're a "Libra" Um..Born on Sept 27! You KNOW you/we like Peace & Harmony! STOP Playing!

Sincerely,
Erica Melody :)

...BUT in the end, it's ALL business as stated by Russell Simmons, "Jay Z and Lil Wayne having a good time--cross promoting albums...they're best of friends, trust me."

Any thoughts?!

...Mind OVER Matter

This is YOU...
..ALWAYS choose Option #2! :)

[If you can't read the visual..Be sure to click on it to open it up in a bigger viewing window!]

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October's Very OWN.

Attention Sprint Users:

I have GREAT news for you! A published report says Sprint Nextel will start selling the iPhone in mid-October! Exciting right?! I’ve had the pleasure of owning an iPhone & a Blackberry! I must say BOTH phones get the job done…But you can NEVER go wrong with an iPhone! At this point, I'm convinced that October is just the BEST month ever! Let's just do a quick recap: October = Fall Fashion, Release of iPhone 5 through Sprint, & MY Birthday! Yeah, October pretty much wins! :)

For more info, click the following link: http://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/story/2011-08-23/Report-Sprint-to-get-iPhone-5-in-October/50109148/1

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...His Praise Is FOR REAL!

ENJOY! :)

"YOU is kind. YOU is smart. YOU is important."

[In this picture: Aibileen (Viola Davis) & Mae Mobley (Eleanor Henry)]

Hey Guys! So, I have seen just about EVERY movie that was released this Summer! However, "The Help" was one of my all-time favorites! The movie is a certified tearjerker, so if you're a softy like me, I recommend you bring a box of Kleenex with you! I could go on & on about this film, but I wouldn't want to spoil it for those that haven't seen the movie! More importantly, I'm definitely making my way to Target this week to purchase the actual book! I think "The Help" will be the first book that my girls & I read to establish our Book Club! I'm excited! :) Also, The title of this blog post IS grammatically incorrect on purpose! However, you won't understand the significance of the quote until you go see the film! Also, if saying this quote with a/your child as a positive affirmation, PLEASE make sure you're saying it the correct way! "You ARE kind. You ARE smart. You ARE important!" [Just thought I would throw that in there JUST incase!]

WORD.

"People are often unreasonable & self-centered. Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of ulterior motives. Be kind anyway. If you are honest, people may cheat you. Be honest anyway. If you find happiness, people may be jealous. Be happy anyway. The good you do today may be forgotten tomorrow. Do good anyway. Give the world the best you have & it may never be enough. Give your best anyway."

-Mother Teresa
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"...I Guess I Got My Swagger Back!"

Jay-Z + Kanye = EPIC. FlatOUT!

I absolutely LOVE this song! Not to mention, you can tell they had a BALL making this video! This "Dynamic Duo" will be performing on November 26, 2011 at The Palace Of Auburn Hills...So don't forget to purchase your tickets!

"OTIS"


P.S. For all you old-school music lovers out there, here is the original version of the song that Jay-Z/Kanye sampled. The song is by Otis Redding -"Try A Little Tenderness"! Another CLASSIC! My Dad put me up on this song a LONG time ago! ENJOY!

PSA:

P.S. I promise to REALLY start blogging again...I've just been busy enjoying LIFE!

...Be Back SOON! :)

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...THREE Kinds Of People In Your Life

One of my best friends sent me this video by T.D. Jakes today! He suggested that I blog about it, but personally, I wouldn’t even know where to start! This video is powerful! Therefore, in my opinion there is NO additional commentary required from me! I hope this video blesses you like it blessed me! P.S. Thank you, Ray Powell! I love you & YOU are DEFinitely one of my confidants! :)

BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE.

HelloOoooO, AUGUST!

Today is Monday, August 1, 2011. You're STILL here. SMILE & Be HAPPY! :)

...But DON'T GET CRAZY! [Bon Qui Qui's voice]

YouTube won't allow me to embed the video, BUT I highly suggest you search for Bon Qui Qui @ Burger King! It's an oldie BUT goodie & We ALL know laughter is GOOD for the soul!

...WHY Do Good Gals Like Bad Guys?!

We’ve all heard that famous question, “Why do good gals like bad guys?” For me, however, it’s not a matter of liking a “bad boy”. It’s a matter of liking a little excitement every now & then! Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m NOT referring to unhealthy/negative situations. I'm referring to a guy that keeps you excited about being with him! No girl wants a super boring significant other! Besides, being a spontaneous & adventurous person in general can go a LONG way! When I think of a gentleman, the FIRST man that comes to my mind is my FATHER! He’s God-fearing, educated, well-spoken, well-dressed, caring, funny, and GENUINE! Personally, I like gentlemen, NOT cornballs! There is a BIG difference! There is nothing wrong with being courted & treated like a lady, but when it seems to be OVER the top or not authentic, I’m easily turned OFF! So let’s compare the differences: [I’m being silly, but seriously, some of these are the truth!]

Gentleman:

Well-groomed/Swag/Aura on a TRILLION at ALL times
Open & close doors for you
Shows you just the RIGHT amount of affection when needed
Makes you feel special
Keeps you in your place/in line
Tells you the TRUTH about yourself
Listens to Maxwell/Frank Ocean/Ryan Leslie

Cornball NOT so Gentleman?!:
Well-groomed/TOO much cologne
Open & close doors for you AND rolls down your window for you! [As if you’re unable of rolling your OWN window down! UGH!]
Shows you affection when you least want OR need it!
Use over the top cheesy pickup lines in an attempt to make you feel special
Allows you to run OVER them! Double UGH!
Tells you what you want to hear
Listens to Marques Houston/Bobby Valentino/Trey Songz (Okay, I’m reaching, but the Z in his name has GOT to go! LOl!)

In the end, it's ALL about who you like & who makes YOU happy! [Cornball or not] I happen to be a firm believer that GOOD men DO exist, it's just about the RIGHT one for YOU!

[Okay, so I KNOW this was a weak ending to this particular blog post..But I got hungry & my creative juices weren't flowing as much..So with that being stated..Consider this blog post as "TO BE CONTINUED"!]

...However, any thoughts?!

...JAM OF THE WEEK

Lil' Wayne's "How To Love" is MY jam of the week! In my opinion, I'm FULLY aware of how to LOVE, but there ARE some parts of this song that I can definitely relate to! At any rate, you can NEVER go wrong with Weezy F. Baby! He's a fellow "Libra"! WAIT! I try not to get down with the whole horoscope situation! So I'll just say, He's one of the VERY SPECIAL people that happened to be born between the dates of September 24-October 23! :)

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